Metal Fabricator - Stairs, Ladders & Steel Components

Job Description

Job Description

Metal Fabricator – Stairs, Ladders & Steel Components

Location: Richmond, VA
Shift: 1st Shift
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Starting Pay: $24.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Metal Fabricator to build and assemble stairs, ladders, and miscellaneous metal components using shop drawings, blueprints, and fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate has metalworking and FCAW welding experience, strong measurement skills, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble stairs, ladders, and miscellaneous steel components.

• Read and interpret blueprints, detailed shop drawings, shop tickets, and specifications.

• Perform layout, cutting, fitting, welding, and finishing tasks.

• Operate fabrication equipment, including saws, shears, press brakes, welders, and grinders.

• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality requirements.

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and fellow fabricators to complete projects accurately and on schedule.

• Troubleshoot fabrication challenges and help develop practical solutions.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Adjust to changing project requirements and priorities while maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Proven experience in metal fabrication, particularly miscellaneous steel.

• Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW); welding certification is preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret detailed shop drawings and blueprints.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Effective time-management and multitasking skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in an industrial environment.

• Positive, team-oriented attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Why Apply?

Join a supportive team with opportunities for long-term employment and benefits. If you have metal fabrication experience and enjoy hands-on work, apply today.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.